How to grow anemone

Never expose the plant to direct sunlight. The bulbs are planted in winter, and flowering occurs at temperatures between 18 and 20 degrees.

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The anemone It is a perennial plant comprising approximately 750 species and numerous varieties. There are two groups of anemones: herbaceous ones, which bloom in spring, and rhizomatous ones, which bloom in summer and autumn. Both are characterized by cup-shaped flowers, white, red, flat, purple, and blue, simple or semi-double. The leaves are a beautiful bright green. Anemones are used both for balconies (for example, the species A. japonica) and for gardens. flower beds and borders (A. coronaria).

The cultivation of anemone, a very refined flower, also known as “flower of the wind” Due to the refinement of its calyx, it is not difficult, and the plant can easily reach up to 15 centimeters in height. 

Exposure and climate

Most anemone varieties, all of which require plenty of light, are very hardy and adapt to low temperatures. They love both full sun and shade: the important thing is that they are not exposed to strong sunlight. wind.

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Land and cultivation care

Anemones don't require any particular soil, as long as it's well-drained to avoid waterlogging. For beautiful flowering, good watering is recommended. fertilization organic spring and at the end of flowering it is a good idea to intervene by cutting the vegetation at ground level. 

Irrigation

These flowers don't require much water (just enough to keep the soil moist) and tolerate waterlogging. During the plant's busiest growing season, between spring and autumn, two to three waterings a week are sufficient, always checking that the soil is dry and ready for new watering.  

Sowing and flowering

In September-October, the small rhizomes are planted after soaking them in warm water for a few hours. Flowering occurs in spring and summer, and the ideal temperature for flowering is between 14 and 20 degrees Celsius.

Cultivation in pots

If you decide to grow anemone in a vase, You must choose a large, deep container to allow the plant to grow in length and width. Planting should be done in winter, with the bulbs buried at a depth of 7-10 centimeters. During this stage, it is advisable to protect the plant well with abundant water. mulch.

Growing at home

Indoors, anemones require plenty of light, but the plant shouldn't be exposed to direct sunlight. The most suitable variety for indoor cultivation is japonica, which encompasses all the autumn-flowering anemone species. 

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Problems and remedies

Anemones rarely have problems, but you have to be careful not to water the bulbs too much, as they rot and become easy prey for parasitic attacks, and avoid aphids invading the leaves. Along with aphids, the other great enemies of the anemone are whiteflies.

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